What does the Bush/Rove/Alito machine have on the Democrats?

The only logical explanation for the Democrats lack of spine is that Bush and Rove must have something on them. But what?

The presidents approval rating has hovered around 40% for months now. The Republican leadership in Congress is steeped in scandal. This should be the best of times for Democrats, so why are they being so cautious?

There is absolutely no reason why the Democrats shouldn't filibuster the Alito nomination. It's not like the public has shown overwhelming support for the man, in fact they have serious concerns about his nomination. The only group to embrace Alito is the Religious Right, which should sound the alarm for the Democrats.

Why should Democrats care what Religious Right voters think? The last time a Democrat tried to appease them he was impeached!

Republicans and conservative talk show hosts insist that Alito receive an up or down vote. Well what do they think a filibuster is? It's an up or down vote that requires 60 votes instead of a mere 51 votes. Is it too much to expect that a person seeking a lifetime appointment to the highest court in the land receive a clear majority of votes?

If you are liberal, progressive, or a registered Democrat call your nearest Democratic Senator today and urge them to OPPOSE Alito. The swing vote should not go to an individual we know will swing the Court to the far right.